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Class 5MT Locomotive - The Pete Waterman Collection

45190

Years Released: 20102011
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Model released for 2 years.
(Model may have been released after 2011)

Model: Class 5MT Locomotive - The Pete Waterman Collection
Running Number: 45190
Category: Steam LocomotivesLocomotive Class: Castle ClassDesigner: C. B. Collett
Class Information: Built between 1923 and 1950 the Castle Class 4073 series were designed for express passenger service through-out the Great Western Railway. The Castle Class is generally noted for their over-all performance, operating economy, and long working lives.
More...Weight: 136 tons (including tender)
Purpose: Express Passenger
Wheel Arrangement: 4-6-0Wheel Arrangement Name: Ten WheelerModel Information: The Pete Waterman Collection is a fine selection of limited production models specifically chosen by Pete Waterman as models of distinction and worthy of being part of a model railway enthusiasts collection.Each of the initial three locomotives will be presented in dedicated packaging featuring a brief history of the prototype.
Models Produced: ---
Logo & Box Style: 20102011

Company: B.R. - British RailwaysLogo: B.R. Late Crest
Logo Years: 1956 - 1967
Livery: B.R. BlackLivery Details: Black with red and white lining.
Company Information: British Railways came into existence in 1948 when the dominating four British railway companies amalgamated. Steam traction on British Railways ended in 1968 and the system was re-branded as British Rail.

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The incredibly successful music impresario, Pete Waterman has had a long time passion for railways. As he himself wrote on the jacket sleeve of his book, ‘A train is for life’, “Whatever I do and wherever I go, you can be sure that not far away will be one of my model railway engines, I am the first to admit, it is an all-consuming hobby and one I absolutely adore.” The Pete Waterman Collection is a fine selection of limited production models specifically chosen by Pete Waterman as models of distinction and worthy of being part of a model railway enthusiasts collection. Each of the additional three locomotives to accompany the previously released models will be presented in dedicated packaging and will feature a brief history of the prototype.